Goose Creek, KY Cost of Living


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Goose Creek cost of living score
89.8
Less expensive
10.2% lower
than the US average
9.1% higher
than the Kentucky average
Goose Creek, Kentucky gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 89.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 10.2% lower than the U.S. average and 9.1% lower than the average for Kentucky.

Goose Creek, KY

Housing costs in Goose Creek?
A typical home costs $314,800, which is 6.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 62.0% more expensive than the average Kentucky home, at $194,300. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Goose Creek costs $1,260 per month, which is 11.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 27.0% more than the state average of $920.

Can I afford Goose Creek?
To live comfortably in Goose Creek, Kentucky, a minimum annual income of $60,480 for a family, and $42,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Goose Creek?
The cost of living in Goose Creek, KY is relatively low compared to other areas. According to the 2018 American Community Survey, the median home value in Goose Creek is $100,000 and the median rent is $732. This makes housing options relatively affordable for those looking to move into the area. Additionally, the median annual household income in Goose Creek is $49,686, which provides individuals with a comfortable standard of living that is enhanced by low taxes and minimal expenses. Even though some basic needs and services may require travel outside of the city center due to a limited number of local providers or establishments, overall Goose Creek offers its residents an affordable lifestyle that allows them to thrive economically without sacrificing quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesGoose CreekKentuckyUnited States
  89.882.3100.0
  99.594.2100
  94.8102.2100.0
  112.356.9100.0
  $314,800$194,300$338,100
  92.5%92.9%100.0%
  103.389.1100.0
  90.777.5100.0

   100=National Average

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